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Business: Cook's Ferry Indian Band
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Cook's Ferry Indian Band

Looking for full time Finance Manager

$85,000–$115,000 a year

We are seeking a Finance Manager to lead and strengthen our financial operations. This is a strategic and hands-on role responsible for overseeing financial operations and systems, planning, audit preparation, reporting, and compliance. The Finance Manager will work closely with internal staff and external consultants to ensure the Band’s financial health and accountability.

This role plays a key part in supporting the Band’s long-term financial sustainability and service delivery to its members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Oversight & Reporting

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including bookkeeping, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly and quarterly financial reports to CAO and Chief & Council.
• Prepare and monitor cash flow as well as annual and multi-year budgets.
• Monitor funding agreements and assist with reporting requirements.
• Maintain compliance with FNFMB standards and applicable legislation.

Audit & Year-end Preparation

• Lead the preparation of the annual audit file and liaise with external auditors.
• Reconcile key accounts including payables, receivables, revenues, deferred revenues, and capital assets.
• Develop audit schedules and working paper files.
• Organize and validate financial documentation and backup.
• Prepare year-end Trial Balance and ensure alignment with funding sources.

Policy & Process Development

• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accountability.
• Support integration and optimization of financial systems (e.g., Sage 50).

Staff Supervision & Capacity Building

• Supervise and mentor finance staff including AP/AR clerks and finance assistants.
• Provide training and support to build internal capacity and financial literacy.
• Coordinate with external consultants to ensure knowledge transfer and continuity.
• Strategic Support & Advisory

Qualifications:

• CPA designation (Chartered Professional Accountant) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive financial management experience.
• Strong understanding of Canadian accounting standards (ASPE, PSAS).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and in a culturally respectful manner.

Assets:

• Experience working with Indigenous governments or not-for-profit organizations.
• Proficiency in Sage 50 and other accounting software.
• Knowledge of local language or culture.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please submit a resume by September 25, 2025, to:

jobs@cooksferry.ca Include “Finance Manager” in the subject line.

Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter outline their interest and qualifications.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

This posting may remain open until the position is filled. Preference will be given to persons of Nlaka’pamux or Aboriginal ancestry as per Section 16 (1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

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